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Walking beside

you as you

find your

way.

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Dr. Sita Nadathur, PsyD & Founder

When life looks fine on the outside but doesn't feel that way on the inside

Sometimes the hardest moments are the ones that are difficult to explain. You may be managing work, relationships, and everyday responsibilities while feeling anxious, exhausted, disconnected, or uncertain underneath it all.

At Compass Psychological, therapy is more than a place to manage symptoms. It is a space to slow down, understand what you're experiencing, and explore the patterns, relationships, and experiences that shape how you move through the world. We provide thoughtful, individualized therapy and psychological services for adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, burnout, and significant life transitions.

Our approach is collaborative, relational, and trauma-informed, combining psychological expertise with genuine curiosity about your unique experiences, values, and goals. Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, we tailor our work to you, drawing from insight-oriented, evidence-based, and creative approaches to support meaningful, sustainable change.

Whether you're healing from a painful experience, navigating a major transition, or simply feeling ready for something to change, Compass Psychological offers a steady, private space to reconnect with yourself, deepen self-understanding, and move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and intention.

Virtual care is available throughout Connecticut and participating PSYPACT states, allowing you to access personalized psychological care from the comfort and privacy of your own space.

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A calm, collaborative space where growth happens at your pace.

Meet Your Psychologist

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Hi, I’m Dr. Sita Nadathur, a bilingual clinical psychologist. I love helping people navigate life’s challenges and discover their own capacity for healing and growth. I take a collaborative and process-oriented approach. I believe that every person has the capacity to grow and heal, and my role is to guide and support you along the way.

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How Therapy Works

Reach Out
Schedule a free consultation to see if we’re a good fit.

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Begin Sessions
We meet weekly or biweekly in a supportive, confidential space.

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Grow at Your Pace
Together we build tools, insight, and lasting change.

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Ready when you are.

Taking the first step can feel hard. You don’t have to do it alone.

Starting therapy can make one feel vulnerable. You’re welcome to reach out with questions or schedule a consultation when you feel ready.